She had come to the conclusion they were police officers and that they were aware of the position she occupied.
"He was very kind to me," she replied.
"When did you see him last? How long before he—before he died?"
"Are you detectives?" she asked.
"From Scotland Yard," replied Inspector Chippenfield with a bow.
"Why have you come here? Do you think that I—that I know anything about the murder?"
"Not in the least." The inspector's tone was reassuring. "We merely want information about Sir Horace's movements prior to his departure for Scotland. When did you see him last?"
"I don't remember," she said, after a pause.
"You must try," said the inspector, in a tone which contained a suggestion of command.
"Oh, a few days before he went away."